Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has returned to Melbourne after his controversial trip to China.
According to a half-page outline released ahead of his trip, Mr Andrews met with Chinese officials and ministers to discuss trade and business opportunities in Victoria.
The Victorian Premier told Reporters he would reveal more during a media conference after receiving criticism for the trip.
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